Immigration Paralegal

Jackson Lewis P.C.•DC Region, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Jackson Lewis P.C. is a preeminent workplace law firm dedicated to its clients and passionate about providing the highest quality, creative and effective representation of employers on the full range of employment and labor law matters. The Firm has an opening for an Immigration Paralegal. The Immigration Paralegal will prepare and file all USCIS forms and draft supporting legal letters for all types of visas/applications/petitions. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. We provide a rewarding and collegial work environment for the leading attorneys in our field. We work hard to preserve the values that make Jackson Lewis a gratifying place to practice law. We are a law firm where people know each other and work together to best serve our clients.

Requirements

Ability to manage client relationships for high-volume clients and complex projects under short deadlines.
2+ years of business immigration law experience.
Ability to accurately and timely input billable and non-billable time into billing system (Intapp).
Strong attention to detail.
Proficiency with various technology platforms, such as Tracker.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Initiative, team orientation and professionalism.
Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional communication and writing skills.
Flexibility to work overtime as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree a plus but other relevant work experience considered.
Paralegal Certificate a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and file all USCIS forms and draft supporting legal letters for all types of visas/applications/petitions.
Assist and support attorney in the preparation and filing of various non-immigrant petitions such as H-1Bs, L-1A/Bs, E-3, E-2, TN, O-1 and P Visas.
Assist and support attorney in the preparation of various immigrant matters such as PERMs, EB 1-3 I-140s, I-485s and Naturalization.
Maintain communication with clients throughout lifecycle of case.
Liaise with relevant government agencies including USCIS, ICE, CBP, US Department of State, and US Department of Labor.
Analyze, review and organize documents and data from materials produced; and prepare/coordinate document production and responses to requests for evidence.
Review/prepare job descriptions.
Assist attorneys with gathering evidence, preparing declarations and supporting documents, preparing evidence and exhibits, and complying with procedural requirements and filing deadlines for cases in the Immigration Court when needed.
Assist and support attorney in obtaining civil and criminal court records for immigration matters.
Analyze and review case details to determine future actions.
Prepare responses to audit requests.
Demonstrate strategic thinking and initiative regarding case assignments; identify and resolve delays in process.
Enter time records.
Create new files and update client matter reports.
Address client case status inquiries; including processing remaining steps in filing, processing times, and consular appointment issues.
Conduct ongoing case tracking and management.
Enter billable time into billing system on a timely basis.
Willingness to adhere to all office and firm protocols related to work hygiene including punctuality, time management, etc.